Healthcare Assistant

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Place of work/Location - Bluebird Care Longford Roscommon and Westmeath, Court Devenish House, Court Devenish, Athlone, Co. Westmeath, N37 NF77, Ireland Contract type - Permanent, Full time Start date - By agreement Salary offered €32,691 per year (Tax Rate of 20% applies for a single person, more details can be provided on request) Overtime payments can be earned on Sundays. Work hours 39 hours per week. Job description Bluebird Care assists elderly and vulnerable people to live independently in their own home. Key tasks: Assist customers to get up, dress and prepare for their day. Washing, bathing, showering, oral care, grooming Assist with toileting Continence management Using manual handling equipment as specified Working with other care professionals such as nurses Prompting with prescribed medication when required Assist customers with bedtime routine, including washing Preparation of meals and dining assistance Keeping accurate records of care visits Employment benefits: Free Level 5 Healthcare Qualification provided Assistance with English language course Assistance with finding accommodation 4 weeks paid holidays per year, flexibility given to accommodate flights home Wages paid on time every two weeks Fuel allowance No agency fees, you will be working for an Irish company. Candidate requirements: To have a genuine care for others Responsible and trustworthy character To be able to provide care according to our care plans Have experience in providing care to others, personal experience also accepted. English – Intermediate (B1) Driving license (B) Minimum Experience Required (Years) : 1 year in healthcare Further information on these positions can be got by contacting the office on 00353 906491044 or [email protected] Company details Bluebird Care is a home care provider providing care in the community in Ireland